Pet Sitting in Rochester

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Sitter Profile Image: Lisa D.
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Lisa D.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
5 reviews
2 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Rochester, IL, 62563

Lisa is a great sitter! Our puppy Winnie adores her and she does really well with communicating. I would definitely recommend her to anyone needing their dogs watched.

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Alexis F.
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Anna K.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
46 reviews
13 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62712

Anna took fantastic care of my cat while I was out of town. I got lots of pictures during the drop in visits and he was interactive during play time.

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Ashley S.
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Tristen L.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
10 reviews
2 repeat clients
15 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62704

She was very communicative and gave Clio lots of attention and care. I received regular updates and photos, which made me feel at ease while I was away. Clio was happy and relaxed when I got back. I would definitely have her watch Clio again.

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Samantha I.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
68 reviews
32 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62704

Samantha did a fantastic job with my boys!! They all adore her & her updates were thorough & thoughtful. I wouldn't hesitate to hire her again!

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Shannon M.
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Laura & David G.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
249 reviews
66 repeat clients
30 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62711

Laura was so kind and communicative! Our first time leaving our new puppy home and she gave great updates and cute pictures :) thank you thank you!

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Sitter Profile Image: Abby J.
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Abby J.
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$15
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4.7 out of 5 stars
31 reviews
13 repeat clients
8 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62707

Abby is absolutely great! She was so patient with our boys (our year old Belgian Malinois is a ball of furry energy) and our 9 year old cattle dog mix is blind. I've never had anyone come in and take care of my babies, but I trust Abby 100%. Thank you Abby and Rover for providing this service. She'll be the first person I call next time we go out of town!

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Lynsey W.
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$20
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18 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62703

About: I’ve had a few dogs growing up and I’ve been around plenty. I enjoy taking care of animals and giving them company. Please reach out with any questions or concerns, I’m more than willing to communicate! I’m working part time so I have plenty of availability to take care of pets! I’m more than willing to communicate and negotiate scheduling. I have a fenced in backyard with only a cat at the moment. My cat is harmless and very gentle. Everyone else in the home loves animals and doesn’t mind a furry friend around.

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Shannon R.
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$21
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4.9 out of 5 stars
52 reviews
12 repeat clients
12 years of experience
Riverton, IL, 62561

Shannon is amazing! My dogs just love her and her son. They had a great time while I was away ❤️

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Laura K.
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$15
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33 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62704

About: I have had pets my whole life! I have experience with cats, dogs, horses, chickens, fish, frogs, turtles, and small furry critters such as hamsters and rabbits. I Have cared for new born puppies and kittens when the mother was not able and elderly pets that need a little extra love. Pets that are very energetic or relaxed. Pets that are having a hard time medically and need fluids or pain medications. I have cared for wounded animals and healthy ones. I'm available most days during work hours. When your fur baby needs love and care during the day while you are away I can be there for pets, walks, snacks, medications, a simple check in and more. Every animal is it's own self and all need different care. When pet sitting while friends or family are at work or on trips I always make sure the pet has a good long session of play, affection, walk or forms of exercise, clean and full water and food dishes. Check for any accidents that need cleaned up or litter boxes that need tending. Then always be sure to double check the yard and home locks are secure before leaving.

Sitter Profile Image: Ashlee P.
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Ashlee P.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
1 review
1 year of experience
Springfield, IL, 62702

Ashlee was wonderful - she gave me updates about our cats' moods and showed concern when one kitty had a tender ear. We're definitely rebooking her in the future!

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Kayla J.
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Laura H.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
8 reviews
1 repeat client
10 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62704

Laura took such good care of our 3 kitties while we were gone on vacation and sent us pictures of them every time she visited them. I would definitely recommend booking with her and I would trust her to watch our kitties again any time. :D

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Sitter Profile Image: Bailey G.
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Bailey G.
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$13
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5.0 out of 5 stars
3 reviews
2 repeat clients
3 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62703

She was an amazing sitter, met all demands and even went beyond. She's very consistently a great person overall, and I really appreciate her. I will definitely rebook if needed.

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Sitter Profile Image: Caylin S.
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Caylin S.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
94 reviews
10 repeat clients
5 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62703

My dogs love her!

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Lynn L.
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sarah a.
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$13
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4.9 out of 5 stars
40 reviews
17 repeat clients
7 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62703

Sarah is such a sweet person. She did a great job! She stayed in constant communication with us. Our dogs struggle with fireworks anxiety and she was sure to give them extra cuddles. Will definitely book her again!

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Sitter Profile Image: Nakee M.
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Nakee M.
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$18
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5.0 out of 5 stars
19 reviews
3 repeat clients
6 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62711

Nakee was AWESOME! My dog is 13yrs old and requires extra attention. He bonded with Nakee immediately during our meet and greet. She was very professional and attentive to all our needs. Will definitely use her again!🤗

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Sitter Profile Image: Aubrey C.
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Aubrey C.
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$17
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13 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62703

About: I’ve always grown up around pets whether they were my families, my own, and all the family friends. Animals have always had a special place in my heart. Not saying I’m a professional trainer but I have taught my cat a trick or two:) if you have any specific questions about the care I have done I would love to answer EVERYTHING:) I work as a coach and recruiter so in-between office hours and practices I go home and make sure I give my cat all the love’ns and clean up his litter-box and take him on occasional walk on his harness. Make sure their water is fresh, make sure their feeding schedule is up to date, no messes in the house, hang out with cuddles and enrichment time, and make sure they feel loved:)

Sitter Profile Image: Amanda P.
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Amanda P.
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$20
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5.0 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
2 repeat clients
20 years of experience
Glenarm, IL, 62526

What a great pet lover. She took time and watched over out baby Mia. So nice to have someone you can trust with you furry baby! Thanks Amanda!

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Sitter Profile Image: Brendan S.
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Brendan S.
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$15
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5.0 out of 5 stars
2 reviews
2 repeat clients
17 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62704

About: I’ve owned/taken care of animals since I was a child. I find great joy in the company of animals, making sure they are well taken care of, and teaching them new things. Experience: Cats: 17+ years Dogs: 10 years Ferrets: 4 years Reptiles: 3 years There are other various small animals I’ve taken care of sporadically but I’m always willing to learn more about any type of animal! I currently work evenings, and would be available most afternoons. Please feel free to message me regarding times in advance. Thanks, and I look forward to hearing from you! I treat each, and every animal as one of my own. I am very conscious of how they are doing, and make sure they get the love, and respect they all deserve! Will provide plenty of pets, and playtime with your animals!

Sitter Profile Image: Kayana D.
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Kayana D.
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$20
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1 repeat client
4 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62703

About: I was blessed with the opportunity to care for dogs from 2018-2023. I worked at a vet clinic, Meadowbrook Vet Clinic (Peoria, IL), on the boarding side. My job consisted of feeding dogs, cleaning their runs, making sure they have clean water and taking dogs out 4x a day. I also worked in the doggy daycare so I was around dogs for about 8 hours a day reading behavior and monitoring their play. I now live in Springfield and I would love to continue taking care of animals for those who need it! I will be available for your pets between 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. I am available 7 days a week, but there may be a few weekends that I am unavailable. I love playing with animals, I play with a rope toy at home with my pocket pit she is a ball of energy. If your pet has a lot of energy and needs a bit of a run on the walk, I will gladly do that as I am a retired athlete that would love to stay in shape!

Sitter Profile Image: Mary Ann P.
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Mary Ann P.
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$25
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5.0 out of 5 stars
9 reviews
5 repeat clients
4 years of experience
Springfield, IL, 62703

Mary Ann did a great job for our first time with Rover. She was reliable, timely and did a great job with our cat, Pepe. Loved the pictures, the updates and overall, she filled all of our needs and expectations. So glad we found her!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Lisa is a great sitter! Our puppy Winnie adores her and she does really well with communicating. I would definitely recommend her to anyone needing their dogs watched.

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Pet sitters on Rover are free to set their rates. The median cost to hire a pet sitter in Rochester on Rover as of Jun 2026 was about $20 per night, after factoring in Rover’s service fees. A pet sitter’s rate may also change as you customize your booking to fit your and your pet’s needs.

If you’re searching for a Rochester pet sitter for the first time, visit the pet sitter’s profile and select the Contact button.

If you have an active request or have booked a service with a pet sitter before, learn more about how to do this in the Rover app or on your computer.

As of Jun 2026, there are 172 pet sitters in Rochester. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass a background check for you and your pet’s safety.

Rover makes it easy to reach out to multiple pet sitters about your booking. Typically, 93% of Rochester pet sitters respond in under an hour.

Pet sitters in Rochester have an average of 14 years of experience. Pet sitters with repeat customers have an average of 5 repeat clients. Experience can vary from pet sitter to pet sitter, but you can view reviews, years of experience, and number of repeat clients when you compare pet sitters in Rochester.

Rover makes it easy to find Rochester pet sitters to provide loving care from their own home. The background-checked, 5-star pet sitters you can find on Rover will welcome your pet into their home when you’re away—whether it’s just for the weekend or longer. Pet sitting is great for:

  • Pets of all ages and abilities, including puppies
  • Pet parents looking for a safe, loving alternative to a kennel
  • Pets who’d love to socialize with their pet sitter’s pets

There are 172 pet sitters in Rochester on Rover, so you’re sure to find the perfect match for your pet! In Rochester, 100% of pet sitters offer daily exercise, 100% offer medication administration, and 100% have experience with senior pets and pets with special needs. We know each pet is unique and may have specific care instructions. You can filter, sort, expand your radius, read reviews, and compare pricing to find the perfect pet sitter near you. As a reminder, pet sitters joining Rover must pass background checks for you and your pet’s safety.

Yes! Sitters joining Rover must pass a background check before offering their services. You can also easily keep in touch with your pet sitter through messages on Rover for delightful photo updates. The Rover team is available 24/7, and your pet sitter has access to advice from qualified veterinary professionals. In the rare event of any issues during a booking, rest easy knowing your pet is covered by the Rover Guarantee reimbursement program for eligible veterinary care.

Note: If your pet sitter requested to cancel this booking, then they need to cancel from their account. Please contact them via Rover Messages.

We get it—sometimes plans change and you may need to cancel your pet service. You can cancel an upcoming booking directly from the Rover app or your computer, in accordance with your sitter’s cancellation policy.